Paid Clinical Trials in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 486 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including Providence, Westerly and East Providence. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in Rhode Island include Brown University, National Cancer Institute (NCI) and Rhode Island Hospital, running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Advanced Solid Tumor, Obesity, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease — browse the full list or use the filters to match your diagnosis. Both patients and healthy volunteers may qualify. Most studies offer compensation for time and travel.

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444 clinical trials

Common conditions studied in Rhode Island

  • Advanced Solid Tumor (10 active studies)
  • Obesity (9 active studies)
  • Ulcerative Colitis (9 active studies)
  • Crohn's Disease (8 active studies)
  • Endometrial Cancer (8 active studies)
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (7 active studies)

Leading research sponsors in Rhode Island

  • Brown University
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • Rhode Island Hospital
  • AstraZeneca
  • Children's Oncology Group

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Rhode Island?

There are approximately 486 recruiting clinical trials in Rhode Island listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Rhode Island pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Rhode Island compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Rhode Island?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Rhode Island?

The most common conditions under active study in Rhode Island include Advanced Solid Tumor (10), Obesity (9), Ulcerative Colitis (9), Crohn's Disease (8), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Rhode Island?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Rhode Island on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Rhode Island?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

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